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Winter Carnival begins! Opening Ceremonies starts Friday with sculpture judging, an evening Children's Torchlight Parade and fireworks over the lake!

Stay tuned to the front of our website as the schedule of events continues to be listed.

Starts 12:00 noon January 27, 2012
1-800-260-5130

5th and Idaho Street
Boise, Idaho

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Valentine for AIDS is an art and community event hosted by Flying M, every February since 1993. All proceeds from the silent art auction benefit local citizens living with HIV/AIDS through the non-profit organization SNAP (Safety Net for AIDS Program). Valentine for AIDS raises awareness while bringing the community together to offer love and support to those affected by the disease.

This year's tour features a collection of the most inspiring and thought-provoking action, environmental, and adventure mountain films. Traveling from remote landscapes and cultures to up close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports, the 2011/2012 World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world..

The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is produced by Mountain Culture at The Banff Centre, and features award-winning films and audience favorites from approximately 300 films entered in the annual festival in Banff.

Join the Boise Nordic Foundation as it presents the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour and brings the spirit of outdoor adventure to Boise, at the historic Egyptian Theatre February 6 & 7, 2011.

Tickets are on sale now at www.egyptiantheatre.net at or by phone 208-387-1273. Tickets are $17 in advance and $20 day of the show. Student and senior tickets are $13. A three-night pass is also available for $45. Tickets are subject to transaction fees.

Banff Mountain Film Festival
February 5, 6 & 7, 2012
Starts at 7PM each night
Egyptian Theatre

Buy tickets via www.Egyptiantheatre.net or by calling the theatre box office at 208-387-1273.

Bill London from Idaho Fish and Game is an extraordinary teacher and storyteller. Learn how birds and game animals adapt to the challenges of a harsh Idaho winter. Compare the pelts of deer in summer and winter. Find out how animals are adapted to the changing seasons.

Foothills LearningCenter
3188 Sunset Peak Rd
Boise,ID 83702

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All ages welcome! Activities for adults and children alike.

To get to the Foothills Learning Center, take 8th Street north through Boise's North End. From the end of the pavement go 1/3 mile farther. Map For information call 493-2530. No cost or registration is required.

2/11/2012: Starlight Snowshoe Benefit
Bring the family and snowshoe through the scenic Boise mountains as we raise money for type 1 diabetes research! Enjoy live music, food and beverages along with a raffle with thousands of dollars worth of prizes! Snowshoe rental is included in ticket price. Fun for the whole family! Purchase tickets at Greenwood's Ski Haus in Boise or online at www.jdrf.org/starlightsnowshoe

4PM-9PM
Bogus Basin Ski Resort-Nordic Lodge
801-530-0660
For more information visit - www.jdrf.org/starlightsnowshoe

Boise State University is gearing up to host the 2012 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships, Mar. 9-10, 2012. Currently preparations for the event are being made by the university as well as the Idaho Center, who will be hosting the event for the first time at the Jacksons Indoor Track Facility at the Idaho Center in Nampa.

The event welcomes over 800 NCAA Division I student-athletes and coaches to Nampa and Boise for the two-day meet. Competition begins Fri., Mar. 9 at 10 a.m. (MT) with the men’s heptathlon, while the preliminary running events and some individual jumping events will take place Friday evening between 2 p.m.. and 9:25 p.m.

Saturday’s events begin again with the men’s heptathlon at 10:30 a.m. with the women’s pentathlon starting at 11 a.m. The majority of the running finals and additional field events will be contested between 4 p.m. and 9:05 p.m. (all times subject to change).

Indoor Track & Field Championship All Session Pass Tickets go on sale 11/18/2011

Jacksons Indoor Track Facility
(208) 442-3232

For ticket information visit - www.idahocenter.com

On March 13, 2012, Vote YES For Boise Schools!

Voters within the Boise School District will be asked to support a supplemental levy for Boise Public Schools.

100% of revenue from the levy will be spent on maintaining low class sizes and preserving quality programs, not administrative costs.

Find your polling place here - click here

Voting will run from 8AM to 8PM

Vote Yes for Boise Schools Facebook page - click here

The 19th Annual TWIN (Tribute to Women and Industry) Awards Luncheon Awards will be held on March 13th, 2012, at the Boise CentreTo honor women who have excelled in their fields and made significant contributions to industry in executive, managerial and professional roles. The purpose of TWIN is:

To salute corporations whose policies and practices encourage high achievement by women and provide equal advancement opportunities for women of diverse backgrounds.
Serve as the major fundraiser for the Women's and Children's Alliance. Funds raised help the WCA continue to provide comprehensive supportive services to women and their children victimized by domestic and sexual violence.
Provide an opportunity for women to network.

Visit the TWIN Award page for nominating info and links to tickets - click here.

The Christmas Run and Walk is not only a great family event, but also a good way to keep you and your family on track with your fitness goals during the often hectic holiday season. Make it a holiday tradition.

2.5 Mile Run/Walk or 6.1 Mile Run. To see photos from previous Christmas Runs - click here.

Ages: Everyone!
Race Start Time: 10:00am

Go directly to the 'Y' website: click here

Come Meet Santa!
Santa will be at the race start from 9:00 to 10:00am. Bring your kids to see Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas!

Cheerleaders! Choirs!
This year we will have some new cheerleaders along the course! Local school choirs and area performing groups will be approximately every mile along the course singing or playing Christmas Carols to help keep you in the Holiday spirit! If you are interested in having your choir join in the festivities, please contact the YMCA at 344-5501 or Email Denise Peterson. For more information call the YMCA at 344-5501.

Post Race Party
Join us after your done gettin' your run on for HOT soup provided by Bittercreek Ale House and Jenny's Lunch Line, delicious E-Cafe coffee, cocoa, fruit, and fresh Blue Sky bagels. We will also have a live music performance!

2.5 Mile Run or Walk: This all flat course loops through the Boise's North End. Start for the 2.5 Mile race is the same as the 6.1 mile race.

6.1 Mile Run: This race starts and finishes outside the YMCA on Washington St and 10th. The course includes a 1.5 mile up-hill and a 1/2 mile steep down-hill on gravel or snow.

Entry Fees:
18 & older: $30
17 & younger: $22

Registration includes a long sleeve race t-shirt and gloves. Gloves are limited and not guaranteed for late registrants.

Registration Deadline: Monday, December 12, 2011

There will be a $5.00 late fee for those who register between December 13-16.

Packet Pick-Up: Packets will be available on Friday December 16, 2011 from 3:00-7:00pm at the Boise High School Cafeteria, across the street from the Downtown YMCA. If you cannot make it on Friday, your race packets will be available on Saturday before the race, from 8:30 to 9:30am. You may not register at this time.

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